2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1968 BMW 2000
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2000 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1968 BMW 2000 | |
Make | Ariel | BMW |
Model | Atom | 2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |